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Kay Granger's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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  • "For more than 40 years, the Hyde Amendment has ensured that Americans’ hard-earned tax dollars aren’t used to pay for abortions, and the amendment has saved nearly 2.5 MILLION lives from abortion since 1976. #HydeSavesLives" (twitter.com)
  • Rated 0% by Planned Parenthood. (votesmart.org)
  • "The Democrats’ Abortion on Demand Until Birth Act overrides all past and future pro-life state laws. Congress should be focused on getting Americans out of Afghanistan, the crisis at our southern border, and many other important issues facing Americans today." (twitter.com)
  • "For more than 40 years, the Hyde Amendment has ensured that Americans’ hard-earned tax dollars aren’t used to pay for abortions, and the amendment has saved nearly 2.5 MILLION lives from abortion since 1976. #HydeSavesLives" (twitter.com)
  • "The Democrats’ Abortion on Demand Until Birth Act overrides all past and future pro-life state laws. Congress should be focused on getting Americans out of Afghanistan, the crisis at our southern border, and many other important issues facing Americans today." (twitter.com)
  • "Medicare for All" is not a tweak, it is the destruction of our healthcare system as we know it at your expense, and I promise not to pass that cost on to you." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 0% by National Committee to Preverse Social Security and Medicare. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 7% by Alliance for Retired Americans. (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against Patient Protection and Affordable Care Enhancement Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "We can and do need to empower the American people and restore faith in the integrity of our elections. However, H.R. 1 will not get us there. This bill is nothing but a political power grab by Democrats to help their party centralize power in Washington and win more elections. H.R. 1 is not for the people. It is for the politicians." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by Common Cause. (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 0% by End Citizens United. (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 1 "For the People Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "I'm proud to sign @Heritage_Action 's Police Pledge, which commits to opposing efforts to "defund the police." In #TX12 and across the country, our men and women in blue risk their lives for our safety. Now is the time to show them that we have their backs." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 1280 "George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • "After extensive conversations with our military leaders, I am concerned that the FY18 defense budget request is not enough to address the shortfalls and damage caused by years of underfunding" (votesmart.org)
  • "Despite growing threats we face around the world, including those from China, Russia, Iran, North Korea and terrorist groups like ISIS and Al-Qaeda, President Biden continues to propose cutting our national defense. Now, more than ever, strong investments in our national security are essential to deterring any and all potential adversaries. Kay will never stop fighting for those who fight for us, no matter where the threat exists." (kaygranger.com)
  • "I am proud that the House passed a strong defense spending bill. I fought to ensure that it supports @realDonaldTrump, provides our military with the resources needed to keep this country safe, and gives our military families the top-notch care they deserve." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 100% by Center for Security Policy. (votesmart.org)
  • "President Trump's proposal rescinding $15 billion--the largest rescissions package in history--is a welcome step to cut wasteful spending and restore good government to Washington." (twitter.com)
  • ""Today's vote was not about rebuilding our Nation's infrastructure but rather about spending trillions of dollars on the latest liberal wish list," said Congresswoman Kay Granger. "Less than 25% of the new spending in this so-called "infrastructure' bill goes to traditional infrastructure like roads and bridges, and only a fraction of the bill's $1.2 trillion total cost is paid for. According to the independent, non-partisan Congressional Budget Office, the bill would add $256 billion to our growing national debt. The fact that this bill is only being voted on alongside the reconciliation bill proves that they are two sides of the same partisan, tax-and-spend coin." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Unfortunately, the Balanced Budget Amendment failed to get the two-thirds majority vote needed for passage. Even though it did not pass, that doesn't mean I will give up on the fight to control wasteful spending." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "Today's vote was not about rebuilding our Nation's infrastructure but rather about spending trillions of dollars on the latest liberal wish list," said Congresswoman Kay Granger. "Less than 25% of the new spending in this so-called "infrastructure' bill goes to traditional infrastructure like roads and bridges, and only a fraction of the bill's $1.2 trillion total cost is paid for. According to the independent, non-partisan Congressional Budget Office, the bill would add $256 billion to our growing national debt. The fact that this bill is only being voted on alongside the reconciliation bill proves that they are two sides of the same partisan, tax-and-spend coin." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The 'Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act' is the third emergency relief bill to provide assistance to millions of Americans, especially for our healthcare workers, first responders, small businesses, and individuals who are unable to work because of this outbreak." (votesmart.org)
  • "The Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act is headed to @realDonaldTrump’s desk! Relief is coming to #smallbiz owners including through:- Loan forgiveness extension - Payroll tax deferment - More choice in using #PPP funds. Refer to this one-pager from @HSBCgop for more:" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 266 - Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act. (votesmart.org)
  • "The Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act is headed to @realDonaldTrump’s desk! Relief is coming to #smallbiz owners including through:- Loan forgiveness extension - Payroll tax deferment - More choice in using #PPP funds. Refer to this one-pager from @HSBCgop for more:" (twitter.com)
  • "House Democrats out-of-control government spending is the reason America is in the midst of an economic crisis. Americans are paying more for just about everything because of inflation: Gasoline is ?? 58.1% Car and truck rentals are ?? 37.2% Propane and firewood are ?? 34.3%" (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 5376 "Inflation Reduction Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "While Democrats push their $5+ TRILLION tax and spend plan, Americans are paying more because of skyrocketing inflation, and the Democrats’ plan will only make matters worse." (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 2547 "Comprehensive Debt Collection Improvement Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Among its most outrageous provisions, H.R. 1 would allow for the first-ever federal funding of political campaigns, nationalize our elections to take power away from states, and limit state voter identification laws. I will always oppose federal violations of our Constitutional rights and giving politicians the American people's hard-earned tax dollars. I also do not believe that Washington should tell states how our elections should be run." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 5746 "Freedom to Vote: John R. Lewis Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "I believe the enforcement of existing laws and rigorous prosecution of criminals is the best way to protect Americans -- not more gun control." (votesmart.org)
  • Rated 92% by National Rifle Association. (votesmart.org)
  • "The #ConcealedCarry Reciprocity Act of 2017 ensures that law-abiding citizens' Second Amendment rights do not end when they cross state lines. (1/5)" (twitter.com)
  • Voted against HR 1446 "Enhanced Background Checks Act of 2021." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against S 2938 "Bipartisan Safer Communities Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Medicare for All” is not a tweak, it is the destruction of our healthcare system as we know it at your expense, and I promise not to pass that cost on to you." (twitter.com)
  • "The second emergency appropriations bill Congress passed to fight #coronavirus will provide 10 days of paid sick leave and 3 months of paid family leave for many workers." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6201 "Families First Coronavirus Response Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 6833 "The Affordable Insulin Now Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Biden’s border crisis is real and it is dangerous. The majority of fentanyl flowing across America’s southern border is coming from Mexico. Americans deserves border security!" (twitter.com)
  • "Border security remains a top priority of mine in Congress, and I am proud to announce that this year’s appropriations bill includes funds to #BUILDTHEWALL and rejects Democrats’ attempts to prevent @realdonaldtrump from securing the border & strengthening our national security." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 100% by the Federation for Immigration Reform. (votesmart.org)
  • "The ability to secure our borders and manage who can and cannot enter the country is critical to our national security. As a life-long Texan and former member of the Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, Kay understands the importance of fully enforcing our nation's immigration laws and beefing up security along our porous borders." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3003 "No Sanctuary for Criminals Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3004 "Kate's Law." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3003 "No Sanctuary for Criminals Act." (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3004 "Kate's Law." (votesmart.org)
  • "#Iran must be held accountable for its aggressive, destabilizing actions & pursuit of nuclear weapons. Proud to join this bipartisan group of House colleagues urging the Biden Admin. to use diplomacy & sanctions to protect the world from Iran’s behavior" (twitter.com)
  • "The sanction bill we passed today increases economic & political pressure on Russia, Iran, & North Korea. I urge Senate to pass it quickly." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 4695 "Protect Against Conflict by Turkey (PACT) Act" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 6968 "Suspending Energy Imports from Russia Act" (votesmart.org)
  • " To support Ukraine and our allies during the unprovoked, illegal, and appalling attack, Congress provided nearly $14 billion in emergency funding through the fiscal year 2022 appropriations bills. That funding has been crucial in Ukraine's efforts to fight back against Putin's evil invasion. The bill before us today would provide roughly $40 billion in assistance to address the ongoing conflict. With Russia continuing to take control of the country, more resources are needed to provide military assistance to Ukrainian forces, address the humanitarian crisis created by this conflict, and support our allies in the region. " (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 3522 "Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 1 "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Kay has always been a strong advocate for tax reform. Americans deserve a fairer and simpler tax system. Kay also signed the Americans for Tax Reform "Taxpayer Protection Pledge" committing not to vote for any new taxes." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Today, the House passed the most sweeping, pro-growth tax reform since President Reagan. These tax cuts will ensure Texans keep more of their hard earned money. In addition, this legislation not only protects current American jobs but also encourages companies who have moved overseas to come home and bring jobs back to Texas." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against HR 5377 "Restoring Tax Fairness for States and Localities Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "Back in session in DC, I will be encouraging Speaker Pelosi to put the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement to a vote on the House floor. #USMCA will keep manufacturing jobs in the U.S., protect American intellectual property, and modernize our agriculture trade." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 0% by Public Citizen. (votesmart.org)
  • "@realDonaldTrump just signed the #USMCA – a big win for #TX12, where over half our trade-related jobs are connected to our North American neighbors. Read how this Texas-sized trade deal brings our relationship with Mexico and Canada into the 21st century: (kaygranger.house.gov)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5430 "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act." (votesmart.org)
  • "@realDonaldTrump just signed the #USMCA – a big win for #TX12, where over half our trade-related jobs are connected to our North American neighbors. Read how this Texas-sized trade deal brings our relationship with Mexico and Canada into the 21st century: (kaygranger.house.gov)

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